Audits & Inspections

Conduct Audits That Actually Improve Performance—Not Just Tick Compliance Boxes

Paper-based audits mean lost findings, forgotten actions, and inspections that feel like bureaucratic exercises rather than improvement opportunities. Onos enables mobile audits with automated workflows, offline capability, and analytics that reveal systemic issues—transforming compliance from burden into competitive advantage.

Audits & Inspections Interface

Built For Every Role

From site workers to board members, Onos delivers the audit capabilities you need

For Site-Based Staff

Problem:

Audits disrupt your day, require you to escort auditors around site, and generate action lists you never see again until the next audit reveals the same issues haven't been addressed. It feels like performance theatre rather than genuine improvement.

Solution:

Onos audits are faster (completed in half the time on a tablet), show you findings in real-time, and let you immediately assign corrective actions to your team with due dates and photo evidence requirements. You'll see exactly what needs fixing, track progress to closure, and demonstrate continuous improvement to auditors who return to find previous issues resolved.

For Office Admin Staff

Problem:

You're coordinating multiple auditors across multiple sites using spreadsheets to track what's been inspected, when, and what actions remain outstanding. Auditors submit reports weeks after inspections, making findings stale. Overdue actions slip through gaps because nobody's tracking them systematically.

Solution:

Onos schedules audits automatically, sends reminders before they're due, and captures findings instantly as auditors work. Automated workflows route reports for approval, assign actions to responsible individuals, and escalate overdue items—eliminating the manual chasing that currently consumes hours each week whilst ensuring nothing is missed.

For Senior & Board-Level Staff

Problem:

You need assurance that audit programmes are happening consistently, findings are being closed effectively, and your organisation is improving—but current systems give you snapshots of individual audits rather than trends that reveal whether your management systems are working.

Solution:

Onos provides portfolio-wide audit analytics showing completion rates, recurring non-conformances, average closure times, and performance comparisons between sites or contractors. Identify systemic weaknesses that individual audits miss, demonstrate continuous improvement to certification bodies, and provide clients with evidence of robust quality management that differentiates your tenders.

How It Works

Four simple steps to transform your audit process

1

Build or Import Audit Templates

Create custom audit checklists using Onos's template builder, or import your existing audit protocols from ISO 45001, ISO 14001, or industry-specific standards. Include conditional logic (if answer is 'No', require photo evidence and corrective action).

2

Schedule & Assign Audits

Set up recurring audit schedules (weekly fire safety checks, monthly HSE inspections, annual ISO audits) or conduct one-off audits. Automated notifications remind auditors before inspections are due, and overdue audits trigger escalation alerts.

3

Conduct Audits On-Site or Offline

Auditors complete checklists on mobile devices or tablets. The offline functionality lets them work in areas without signal (basements, remote sites, offshore platforms), syncing data automatically when back online. Photos, comments, and scores are captured against each checklist item.

4

Automated Actions & Analytics

Non-conformances automatically generate corrective actions assigned to responsible individuals. Approval workflows route reports to managers for review. Dashboard analytics reveal recurring issues, high-risk areas, and audit completion trends—enabling proactive management rather than reactive firefighting.

Real-World Use Cases

See how Audits & Inspections solves specific challenges across your organisation

ISO Certification Audits

Features:

  • Pre-built templates for ISO 45001, 14001, 9001 standards
  • Conditional questions based on previous answers
  • Multi-step approval workflows for audit reports
  • Complete audit trail showing date, auditor, findings, and closures

Benefits:

Certification Confidence:

Pass external audits first time with comprehensive evidence of systematic inspections

Time Saving:

Reduce audit preparation time by 70%—evidence is already organised and accessible

Cost Avoidance:

Prevent failed certifications (£15k-£50k re-audit costs) with audit-ready records

Weekly Site Safety Inspections

Features:

  • Recurring audit schedules with automatic reminders
  • Site-specific checklists adapted to project hazards
  • Instant photo evidence of non-conformances
  • Trend analysis showing improvement or deterioration over time

Benefits:

Risk Reduction:

Identify and rectify hazards before they cause incidents—contributing to 40% faster audit turnarounds

Accountability:

Automatic assignment of actions ensures issues don't languish unaddressed

Culture Improvement:

Regular, visible inspections demonstrate management commitment to safety

Contractor & Supplier Audits

Features:

  • Supplier audit templates with scoring matrices
  • Benchmarking tools comparing contractor performance
  • Integration with supply chain performance module
  • Shareable audit reports via secure links

Benefits:

Procurement Intelligence:

Use objective audit data to inform contractor selection and retention decisions

Supply Chain Risk Management:

Identify underperforming subcontractors before they impact your projects

Collaborative Improvement:

Share audit findings with contractors and track their corrective actions

"Onos empowers staff to carry out remote audits and inspections using a mobile phone or tablet. Report key findings, assign corrective actions, and submit reports for approval using reviewer workflows—enabling a robust auditing cycle that enhances process capabilities with minimal effort."

Onos Product Overview

2025

40%

Faster Audit Turnaround

Digital audits with automated workflows shorten the time from inspection to closure

Offline

Functionality

Complete audits without internet connection—critical for remote sites and areas with poor signal

Paper-Based vs. Onos Audits & Inspections

Paper-Based AuditsOnos Audits & Inspections
Audits take 3-4 hours with paper checklistsSame audit completed in 90 minutes on tablet
Reports typed up 1-2 weeks after inspectionReports available instantly after completion
35% of corrective actions slip through gaps100% tracking with automated escalation for overdue items
No way to identify recurring non-conformancesAnalytics reveal systemic issues across sites
Finding last year's audit for comparison takes 30 minutesHistorical audits retrieved in 5 seconds

Schedule Your Audits Demo

We'll walk you through building an audit template, conducting an inspection on your mobile device (including offline mode), and seeing how findings automatically generate corrective actions with approval workflows.

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Download ISO 45001 Audit Template

Get our free audit checklist mapped to ISO 45001:2018 requirements. Import it directly into Onos or use it as a starting point to build your custom audit protocol.

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Calculate Your Audit Efficiency ROI

Estimate how many hours per month you'll save by digitising audits and automating action tracking. Most companies recover 15-25 hours monthly across their audit programmes.

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